Pakistan vs India in Champions Trophy : Head-to-Head

Pakistan and India have always shared an intense cricket rivalry. Their matches in ICC tournaments, especially the Champions Trophy, attract millions of fans worldwide. Let’s take a look at their head-to-head record in this tournament.

Total Matches Played

Pakistan and India have faced each other five times in the ICC Champions Trophy. These matches have given fans unforgettable moments and thrilling contests.

Match-Wise Breakdown

1. Champions Trophy 2004 (Edgbaston, England)
   • Winner: Pakistan
   • Pakistan chased down India’s total of 200 with four wickets in hand. Mohammad Yousuf played a crucial knock, and the bowlers kept India under pressure.
2. Champions Trophy 2009 (Centurion, South Africa)
   • Winner: Pakistan
   • Pakistan posted a strong total of 302/9, thanks to Shoaib Malik and Mohammad Yousuf. India fell short as Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Rana Naved-ul-Hasan, restricted them to 248.
3. Champions Trophy 2013 (Birmingham, England)
   • Winner: India
   • Rain affected the match, reducing it to 40 overs per side. India bowled out Pakistan for just 165 and chased the target comfortably with eight wickets in hand.
4. Champions Trophy 2017 (Group Stage, Birmingham, England)
   • Winner: India
   • India dominated the game, scoring 319/3 in 48 overs. Pakistan’s batting collapsed, and India won by 124 runs (DLS method).
5. Champions Trophy 2017 (Final, The Oval, England)
   • Winner: Pakistan
   • Pakistan shocked the world with a stunning performance. Fakhar Zaman’s century led Pakistan to 338/4. India, in response, was bowled out for 158 as Mohammad Amir dismissed key batsmen early. Pakistan won by 180 runs, claiming their first Champions Trophy title.

Overall Record

• Matches Played: 5
• Pakistan Won: 3
• India Won: 2

Memorable Moments

• Fakhar Zaman’s century in the 2017 final.
• Mohammad Amir’s devastating spell in the same final.
• Shoaib Malik and Mohammad Yousuf’s match-winning partnerships.